Conservation And Fisheries Management

Octopus closures

In 2023, Munje BMU successfully demarcated 0.4 km² (1% of total fishing areas) of Kibuyuni fishing ground, within their co-management area as an octopus closure site to strengthen and protect community-led management areas.  

Over the last 15 months, Munje BMU has conducted three successful closing and opening events. The first, second, and third openings happened in November 2023, April 2024, and August 2024, respectively. This initiative has generated income for both fishermen and other BMU members through octopus catch sales and eco-tourism, which serve as incentives for conservation.

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Octopus catch composition during 1st, 2nd and 3rd opening

Following catch trends and income generated during the three closure openings, there has been a decline in catches in the second and third compared to the first opening that is attributed to climate change, and unfavorable weather conditions due to heavy rains during harvesting day.

octopus catch landings versus income generation

Closure contribution to ecosystem health

Ecological survey data collected shows improved ecological health in the closure area. This is evidenced by the increased presence of indicator species and an improvement of benthic conditions, with an increase in coral coverage and a decrease in algal cover. 

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Milestones in Octopus closure

  1. Peer-to-peer learning visit; 30 women from Mkwiro BMU trained 17 women from Munje on octopus gleaning. Women's engagement in octopus gleaning will help to increase their income and break down cultural beliefs that prevent women from participating in fishing activities.  
  2. The launch of Munje BMU patrol boat by Kwale County Governor, Hon. Achani. The boat will support surveillance of the closure.   
  3. Four youths from Munje BMU were trained in octopus data collection to assist in monitoring during closure opening.  
  4. In the year 2024 only three cases of poaching within the closure were reported ‍
  5. 150 out 260 Munje BMU members have renewed their membership. ‍
  6. 53 fishers out of 70 have renewed their fishing license.

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The Impact

Our Impact

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  • 150 out 260 Munje BMU members have renewed their membership.
  • 53 fishers out of 70 have renewed their fishing license.

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kg of Octopus closure harvested during the 3rd octopus opening

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